PARADISE ESTATES · ASHFORD, WASHINGTON
Welcome to
Kelton’s Cabin.
A little time in the trees. A soak after the trail. A place to make yourself at home.
105 Mowich Way · Ashford, WA 98304
01 / SETTLE IN
You’ve arrived.
Unpack, take a breath, and enjoy the forest. We’re about 10 minutes from the national park entrance and 5 minutes from Ashford’s restaurants and shops.
House Instructional Videos
Need help with an amenity? Check out our quick instructional videos for guidance on features throughout the home.
Access and Parking
Your door code and check-in instructions arrive in your booking messages the day before arrival.
The gravel driveway accommodates up to 3 small cars or 2 larger vehicles. Street parking is not permitted.
A little more cabin time?
Early check-in or late checkout is $50 each, subject to availability. Ask at least 24 hours ahead when possible, and wait for confirmation before changing your arrival or departure time.
02 / STAY CONNECTED
Wi-Fi, then unwind.
Connect to the network below, then complete the device-registration page to get online.
Mountain internet can be less reliable than city service. There are plenty of DVDs, games, and books for an unplugged evening.
NETWORK
MtRainierNationalParkCabins
PASSWORD
@MtRainierCabins
Having trouble connecting?
Open a browser after joining the network to complete registration. Check that you chose the network shown above. If you still can’t connect, message us so we can help.
03 / MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME
The good kind of downtime.
Cabin comforts, with the details that make them easy to enjoy.
UNDER THE TREES
Your covered hot tub
Wipe your feet before stepping in, keep soaps and bubble products out, and replace the cover when you’re finished.
Maintenance may take place during your stay. Allow at least 30 minutes after routine service, or 4–5 hours after a water change; follow any instructions left by the technician.
If the temperature or display seems wrong, send us a photo of the display before adjusting equipment.
SLOW DOWN
The cedar sauna
Enjoy a quiet moment in the private sauna after a day exploring.
Please leave the sauna ready for the next person and follow all posted safety guidance.
Bedrooms & the open loft
Main floor: king bed and smart TV, with a full bathroom nearby.
Upstairs bedroom: queen bed and a massage chair.
Open loft: two twin beds, a sleeper sofa, smart TV, toys, games, and a game console. The loft has no door and is open to the cabin.
A second bathroom is upstairs. Maximum occupancy is six, including children and infants.
Kitchen, coffee & meals
A full kitchen with cookware, utensils, dishwasher, Instant Pot, and range with air-fry feature makes eating in easy. Salt, pepper, and oil are provided.
The drip coffee maker is stocked with ground coffee and filters. Bring any specialty bakeware you need.
Gather around the dining table or breakfast bar.
Heating, A/C & fireplace
The ductless system’s main controller is in the kitchen above the dishwasher. Wall thermostats control the additional cadet heaters.
The indoor fireplace is electric and uses the labeled white controller.
On departure, leave heaters at 60°F or higher, unless your checkout message gives different instructions.
Bathroom Facilities
Main floor: Full bath with tub/shower
Second floor: ¾ bath with shower
Septic: Please flush only human waste and limited toilet paper. No wipes or other products.
Suppies: Towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and toilet paper are provided.
Laundry & entertainment
The washer and dryer are in the utility closet, accessed from outside. Access code: 6421
Three Roku Smart TVs are set to Guest Mode. Enter your checkout date, then sign in to your preferred streaming services. Roku will automatically sign you out at checkout.
Grill, fire pit & yard
Enjoy the propane grill, outdoor dining, fire pit, and outdoor games. The yard is partially fenced.
Grill propane and the hammock are provided seasonally, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Outside that window, message us about propane availability before planning to grill.
Grounds and hot tub staff may be outside for up to 30 minutes during routine maintenance.
Electric vehicle charging
The cabin offers EV charging with a NACS (Tesla-style) connection. We cannot guarantee compatibility when used with an adapter for other vehicle charging type.
RIGHT OUTSIDE
A neighborhood
worth wandering.
Paradise Estates is a mountain community of local homes and vacation cabins. Enjoy shared community parks, a swimming hole, fishing lake, and creek and river viewpoints.
The neighborhood is walkable; a car is best for exploring Ashford and the national park. Please respect private lots and keep dogs leashed.
04 / ROAD TO PARADISE
Make a day of the mountain.
Our local favorites, from a grocery stop on the way in to a trail you’ll remember.
Skyline Trail
A bigger mountain day: 1,700 feet of elevation gain, broad alpine views, and about 4½ hours of hiking. Check snow and trail conditions first.
Bench & Snow Lakes
A lake outing with rolling climbs and about 700 feet of elevation gain. Allow roughly two hours and check that the access road is open.
Comet Falls
Climb about 900 feet to the falls, allowing around three hours. Extending to Van Trump Park makes it a 5.8-mile outing with 2,000 feet of gain.
Rampart Ridge
Another option from our Road to Paradise hiking list. Open the park’s trail guide for route details and check current conditions before leaving.
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad
A different way to spend a mountain day. Ask about the current train schedule and reserve ahead for the departure you want.
Find your kind of hike
Browse our family walks, longer hikes, and winter outing ideas. Choose a route for your group’s ability and the day’s conditions.
BaseCamp Bar & Grill
One of our Road to Paradise dining favorites. A convenient stop when you’d rather let someone else do the cooking.
Copper Creek
A local favorite from our area guide. Check opening hours before heading out, especially outside the main summer season.
Mill Haus
Our Road to Paradise guide calls this one worth the drive. Make it part of an outing rather than a quick walk from the cabin.
Dinner at the cabin
Pick up groceries on the way, put the full kitchen to work, and settle around the table. Check seasonal propane availability if you plan to grill.
Plaza Market · Eatonville
A fuller grocery selection about 35 minutes from the cabin, according to our host guide. A useful stop before heading into Ashford.
WinCo · Puyallup
Our Road to Paradise guide suggests stocking up here before the drive. Ashford’s grocery choices are limited.
Ashford County Store
A nearby option for basics and forgotten supplies. Check current opening hours and selection before making a special trip.
Park entry & winter travel
NPS says timed-entry reservations are not required in 2026. Entrance fees and passes still apply. Check requirements for your travel dates.
All vehicles, including AWD and 4WD, must carry tire chains November 1–May 1.
05 / A GOOD STAY FOR EVERYONE
A few cabin courtesies.
Thanks for looking after the cabin and keeping our mountain neighborhood peaceful.
Please message us during your stay so we have a chance to help. Report damage or maintenance needs promptly.
Guests, neighbors & quiet time
- Only registered guests are permitted; no unregistered visitors.
- No events or smoking.
- Quiet hours begin at 10 PM. Keep music and voices low outdoors.
- Respect neighboring homes and private property.
Bringing your dog
- Up to two registered dogs, at least two years old. The fee is $60 per dog.
- No other pets are allowed. Unregistered dogs incur a $250 fee per dog.
- Keep dogs in hard-floor areas such as the kitchen and family room, out of bedrooms and the loft, and off beds and furniture.
- Crate dogs when left alone.
- Pick up waste outside and remove dog hair before leaving.
- Use a leash in the neighborhood; the yard is only partially fenced.
Trash & recycling
Take bagged trash to the outdoor can. Recycle plastic and cans in the grey bin. No glass.
If staying Monday night, move the trash can to the street Monday evening and return it after Tuesday pickup. Need help with this task? Message us.
If the power goes out
A whole home generator should activate during power outages. Look for flashlights or lanterns above the microwave or near the entryway.
For outage updates, visit Lewis County PUD.
A LITTLE EXTRA
Make your stay your own.
Request through your booking messages. All services are subject to availability; wait for confirmation and payment instructions.
- Firewood & kindling bundle
- $20
- Snowshoes & poles
- $25 / set
- Trekking poles
- $15 / set
- Pack and Play rental
- $60
- Early check-in
- $50
- Late checkout
- $50
06 / UNTIL NEXT TIME
Before you head home.
Check out by 10:00 AM
Follow any reservation-specific instructions in your checkout message. Thank you for helping us get ready for the next guests.
- Wash used dishes, or load and start the dishwasher.
- Take out bagged trash and place recycling in the grey outdoor bin.
- Close windows and lock the doors.
- Leave climate controls at 72°F
- Return any borrowed keys to their designated lockbox.
- If you brought dogs, pick up waste and remove pet hair.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
Your mountain hosts.
For questions, requests, or help during your stay, use the message thread on the platform you booked through. That keeps your reservation details together.
For a true emergency, call 911. Your address is 105 Mowich Way, Ashford, WA 98304.
